It is necessary to briefly introduce the whole case, the issues to be discussed and the information conveyed by this case. The summary of case report is usually very short, and it is best not to exceed 150 words.
Foreword: The foreword will introduce the problems to be dealt with in the case, and quote relevant literature if necessary. The preface usually ends with one sentence: describe the patient and the basic situation of the patient.
Case: This chapter needs to provide case information in the following order: 1. Patient description; 2. Medical records; 3. Physical examination results; 4. Pathological examination and other examination results; 5. Treatment plan; 6. The expected results of treatment; 7. Actual results. The case introduction should clearly explain the necessary course details, including the onset, development, prognosis and follow-up results of the patient. Never copy the original medical records, and avoid using all kinds of non-objective, doubtful or speculative statements.
Discussion: This is the most important part of the case report, and it is usually the key chapter in the journal to judge whether the case is worth publishing. At the beginning, we can start from the information mentioned above, focusing on why the case is worthy of attention and the problems involved.
Then introduce the existing literature on the same topic. (If the journal requires literature review as an independent chapter, it should be placed before discussion. ) discuss the patient's main situation. The existing theory and research found that the whole review should focus on the main reasons of suspicion and the most important challenges in the case.